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Assembly (2)

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  1. Remove transaxle housing and differential gear assembly from transaxle case.
  2. Install new seal rings in U/D gear assembly.
    CAUTION:
    • Do not reuse seal rings.
    • Apply ATF to seal rings.
  3. Install U/D gear assembly.
    Fig 1: Identifying U/D Gear Assembly
    G04906289Courtesy of NISSAN MOTOR CO., U.S.A.
  4. Install thrust needle roller bearing and thrust bearing race in U/D gear assembly.
    1. Perform the following procedure for adjustment.
      CAUTION: Apply petroleum jelly to thrust needle roller bearing and thrust bearing race.
      Fig 2: Identifying Thrust Needle Roller Bearing
      G04906430Courtesy of NISSAN MOTOR CO., U.S.A.
    2. Make sure that measurement "E" is within the specifications.

      Specification E : 1.269 - 1.645 mm (0.0500 - 0.0648 in) 

      NOTE: "E" is the height between the edge of transaxle case and the roller part of thrust needle roller bearing.
      Fig 3: Checking Height Between Edge Of Transaxle Case And Roller Part Of Thrust Needle Roller Bearing
      G04906431Courtesy of NISSAN MOTOR CO., U.S.A.
      Fig 4: Checking Height
      G04906432Courtesy of NISSAN MOTOR CO., U.S.A.
    3. If measurement "E" is outside the specifications, replace "T" with one that has applicable thickness. Refer to "U/D GEAR ASSEMBLY ".
      CAUTION: When adjusting "T", use "S" of thickness 0.81mm (0.032in).
    4. If all of "T" do not fit "E" within the specifications, replace "S" with one that has applicable thickness. Refer to "U/D RR PLANETARY RING GEAR SUB ASSEMBLY ".
      CAUTION: When adjusting "S", use "T" of thickness 0.80mm (0.031in).
      Fig 5: Identifying T And S Thickness Washer
      G04906433Courtesy of NISSAN MOTOR CO., U.S.A.
    5. Make sure that measurement "E" is within the specifications.
      Fig 6: Checking Height Between Edge Of Transaxle Case And Roller Part Of Thrust Needle Roller Bearing
      G04906431Courtesy of NISSAN MOTOR CO., U.S.A.
  5. Install new manual valve oil seal into transaxle case until it is flush using Tool.

    Tool number : ST33061000 (J-8107-2) 

    CAUTION:
    • Do not reuse manual valve oil seal.
    • Apply ATF to manual valve oil seal.
      Fig 7: Identifying Manual Valve Oil Seal
      G04906435Courtesy of NISSAN MOTOR CO., U.S.A.
  6. Install spring guide sleeve and torsion spring No. 2 in transaxle case.
  7. Tighten spring guide sleeve and torsion spring No. 2 Torx bolt to specified torque. Refer to "COMPONENTS ".
    Fig 8: Identifying Spring Guide Sleeve And Torsion Spring
    G04906286Courtesy of NISSAN MOTOR CO., U.S.A.
  8. Install parking lock pin sub assembly.
    Fig 9: Identifying Parking Lock Pin Sub Assembly
    G04906285Courtesy of NISSAN MOTOR CO., U.S.A.
  9. Install parking lock pawl bracket and parking lock pawl.
    Fig 10: Identifying Parking Lock Pawl Bracket And Parking Lock Pawl
    G04906284Courtesy of NISSAN MOTOR CO., U.S.A.
  10. Install parking lock pawl shaft and torsion spring No. 1.
    Fig 11: Identifying Parking Lock Pawl Shaft And Torsion Spring
    G04906283Courtesy of NISSAN MOTOR CO., U.S.A.
  11. Install manual detent spring sub assembly.
    Fig 12: Identifying Manual Detent Spring Sub Assembly
    G04906282Courtesy of NISSAN MOTOR CO., U.S.A.
  12. Temporarily tighten the bolts.
    BOLT SPECIFICATION

    Bolt symbol Length mm (in) Number of bolts
    A 16.7 (0.657) 1
    B 14.0 (0.551) 1
    Fig 13: Identifying Manual Detent Spring Sub Assembly Bolts
    G04906281Courtesy of NISSAN MOTOR CO., U.S.A.
  13. Install parking lock rod sub assembly.
    Fig 14: Identifying Parking Lock Rod Sub Assembly
    G04906280Courtesy of NISSAN MOTOR CO., U.S.A.
  14. Install manual valve lever sub assembly connect parking lock rod sub assembly to it.
    Fig 15: Identifying Manual Valve Lever Sub Assembly
    G04906279Courtesy of NISSAN MOTOR CO., U.S.A.
  15. Connect manual detent spring sub assembly to manual valve lever sub assembly using suitable tool.
    Fig 16: Connecting Manual Detent Spring Sub Assembly
    G04906278Courtesy of NISSAN MOTOR CO., U.S.A.
  16. Tighten manual detent spring sub assembly bolts to specified torque. Refer to "COMPONENTS ".
    Fig 17: Identifying Manual Detent Spring Sub Assembly Bolts
    G04906445Courtesy of NISSAN MOTOR CO., U.S.A.
  17. Install U/D brake apply tube sub assembly using suitable tool.
    CAUTION: Be careful not to damage U/D brake apply tube sub assembly.
    Fig 18: Identifying U/D Brake Apply Tube Sub Assembly
    G04906446Courtesy of NISSAN MOTOR CO., U.S.A.
  18. Tighten tube clamp bolts to specified torque. Refer to "COMPONENTS ".
    Fig 19: Identifying Tube Clamp Bolts
    G04906276Courtesy of NISSAN MOTOR CO., U.S.A.
  19. Install oil reservoir plate in transaxle case.
  20. Tighten oil reservoir plate bolts to specified torque. Refer to "COMPONENTS ".
    Fig 20: Identifying Oil Reservoir Plate Bolts
    G04906275Courtesy of NISSAN MOTOR CO., U.S.A.
  21. Install oil strainer sub assembly in transaxle case.
  22. Tighten oil strainer sub assembly bolt to specified torque. Refer to "COMPONENTS ".
    Fig 21: Identifying Oil Strainer Sub Assembly
    G04906274Courtesy of NISSAN MOTOR CO., U.S.A.
  23. Install differential gear assembly.
    Fig 22: Identifying Differential Gear Assembly
    G04906273Courtesy of NISSAN MOTOR CO., U.S.A.
  24. Drive new differential side oil seal into transaxle housing using Tool.

    Tool number : ST33400001 (J-26082) 

    Distance : 14.8 - 15.8 mm (0.583 - 0.622 in) 

    CAUTION:
    • Do not reuse differential side oil seal.
    • Apply ATF to differential side oil seal.
      Fig 23: Identifying Differential Side Oil Seal Into Transaxle Housing
      G04906451Courtesy of NISSAN MOTOR CO., U.S.A.
    Fig 24: Identifying Differential Side Oil Seal Into Transaxle Housing
    G04906452Courtesy of NISSAN MOTOR CO., U.S.A.
  25. Install new thrust roller bearing in transaxle housing using Tool.

    Tool number : ST30720000 (J-25405) 

    CAUTION: Do not reuse thrust roller bearing.
    Fig 25: Identifying Thrust Roller Bearing
    G04906453Courtesy of NISSAN MOTOR CO., U.S.A.
  26. Install oil cleaner magnets on oil reservoir plate.
    Fig 26: Identifying Oil Cleaner Magnets
    G04906272Courtesy of NISSAN MOTOR CO., U.S.A.
  27. Install oil reservoir plate in transaxle housing.
  28. Tighten oil reservoir plate bolts to specified torque. Refer to "COMPONENTS ".
    Fig 27: Identifying Oil Reservoir Plate Bolts
    G04906271Courtesy of NISSAN MOTOR CO., U.S.A.
  29. install differential gear lube apply tube using suitable tool.
    CAUTION: Be careful not to bend or damage differential gear lube apply tube.
    Fig 28: Identifying Differential Gear Lube
    G04906456Courtesy of NISSAN MOTOR CO., U.S.A.
  30. Tighten tube clamp bolt to specified torque. Refer to "COMPONENTS ".
    Fig 29: Identifying Tube Clamp Bolt
    G04906269Courtesy of NISSAN MOTOR CO., U.S.A.
  31. Install new governor apply gasket.
    CAUTION:
    • Do not reuse governor apply gasket.
    • Apply petroleum jelly to governor apply gasket.
  32. Install new seal ring.
    CAUTION:
    • Do not reuse seal ring.
    • Apply ATF to seal ring.
      Fig 30: Identifying Seal Ring
      G04906268Courtesy of NISSAN MOTOR CO., U.S.A.
  33. Apply silicone RTV to transaxle housing as shown. Refer to "RECOMMENDED CHEMICAL PRODUCTS AND SEALANTS ".
    CAUTION: Completely remove all moisture, oil and sealant from transaxle housing and transaxle case.
    Fig 31: Applying Silicone RTV
    G04906459Courtesy of NISSAN MOTOR CO., U.S.A.
  34. Install transaxle housing in transaxle case.
  35. Tighten transaxle housing and transaxle case bolts to specified torque. Refer to "COMPONENTS ".
    CAUTION: Do not reuse seal bolts.
    Fig 32: Identifying Transaxle Housing
    G04906426Courtesy of NISSAN MOTOR CO., U.S.A.
    BOLT SPECIFICATION

    Bolt symbol Length mm (in) Number of bolts
    A 30 (1.18) 13
    B 35 (1.38) 2
    C 45 (1.77) 1
    D(1) - 1
    (1) Torx bolt
    Fig 33: Identifying Transaxle Housing And Transaxle Case Bolts Locations
    G04906266Courtesy of NISSAN MOTOR CO., U.S.A.
  36. Install new oil seal into oil pump assembly until it is flush using Tool.

    Tool number : ST30720000 (J-25405) 

    CAUTION:
    • Do not reuse oil seal.
    • Apply ATF to oil seal.
      Fig 34: Identifying Oil Seal
      G04906354Courtesy of NISSAN MOTOR CO., U.S.A.
  37. Install thrust washer and one- way clutch outer race sub assembly in oil pump assembly.
    CAUTION: Apply petroleum jelly to thrust washer.
    Fig 35: Identifying Thrust Washer
    G04906463Courtesy of NISSAN MOTOR CO., U.S.A.
  38. Check the distance of "B".

    "B" : 51.09 - 51.71 mm (2.0114 - 2.0358 in) 

    CAUTION: If the distance is out of standards, adjust within standards again.
    Fig 36: Checking Distance Of "B"
    G04906464Courtesy of NISSAN MOTOR CO., U.S.A.
  39. Place oil pump assembly through the input shaft in horizontal position, and align the bolt holes of the oil pump assembly with transaxle case. Lightly press oil pump assembly.
    CAUTION: Be careful not to drop one-way clutch outer race sub assembly.
    Fig 37: Aligning Bolt Holes
    G04906465Courtesy of NISSAN MOTOR CO., U.S.A.
  40. Tighten oil pump assembly bolts to specified torque. Refer to "COMPONENTS ".
    Fig 38: Identifying Oil Pump Assembly Bolts
    G04906260Courtesy of NISSAN MOTOR CO., U.S.A.
    Fig 39: Identifying Oil Pump Assembly Bolts
    G04906261Courtesy of NISSAN MOTOR CO., U.S.A.
  41. Set a dial indicator as shown, move the input shaft and measure the end play.

    End play : 0.188 - 0.570 mm (0.0074 - 0.0224 in) 

    Fig 40: Identifying Dial Indicator
    G04906468Courtesy of NISSAN MOTOR CO., U.S.A.

    If the end play is out of standards, select another thrust bearing race. Refer to "FORWARD AND DIRECT CLUTCH ASSEMBLY ".

    Fig 41: Identifying Thrust Bearing
    G04906469Courtesy of NISSAN MOTOR CO., U.S.A.
  42. Remove transaxle case cover.
  43. Apply silicone RTV to transaxle case cover as shown. Refer to "RECOMMENDED CHEMICAL PRODUCTS AND SEALANTS ".
    CAUTION: Completely remove all moisture, oil and sealant from transaxle case cover and transaxle.
    Fig 42: Applying Liquid Gasket (Three Bond 1281B) Or Equivalent To Transaxle Case Cover
    G04906470Courtesy of NISSAN MOTOR CO., U.S.A.
  44. Install transaxle case cover in transaxle case.
    Fig 43: Identifying Transaxle Case Cover
    G04906301Courtesy of NISSAN MOTOR CO., U.S.A.
  45. Tighten transaxle case cover bolts to specified torque. Refer to "COMPONENTS ".
    CAUTION: Do not reuse seal bolts.
    Fig 44: Identifying Transaxle Case Cover Bolts
    G04906298Courtesy of NISSAN MOTOR CO., U.S.A.
    BOLT SPECIFICATION

    Bolt symbol Length mm (in) Number of bolts
    A 30 (1.18) 8
    B 45 (1.77) 2
    C 48 (1.89) 2
    D(1) - 1
    (1) Stud bolt
    Fig 45: Locating Bolts
    G04906299Courtesy of NISSAN MOTOR CO., U.S.A.
  46. Install new governor apply gaskets.
    CAUTION:
    • Apply petroleum jelly to governor apply gaskets.
    • Do not reuse governor apply gaskets.
      Fig 46: Identifying Governor
      G04906258Courtesy of NISSAN MOTOR CO., U.S.A.
  47. Install transmission wire.
    CAUTION:
    • Be careful not to break the solenoid connector and A/T fluid temperature sensor.
    • Apply ATF to O-ring.
      Fig 47: Identifying Terminal Cord Assembly
      G04906259Courtesy of NISSAN MOTOR CO., U.S.A.
  48. While holding control valve assembly, connect the parking lock rod sub assembly to manual valve lever sub assembly.
    NOTE: Shift position is "N".
    Fig 48: Identifying Control Valve Assembly
    G04906257Courtesy of NISSAN MOTOR CO., U.S.A.
  49. Tighten control valve assembly bolts to specified torque. Refer to "COMPONENTS ".
    BOLT SPECIFICATION

    Bolt symbol Length mm (in) Number of bolts
    A 55 (2.17) 2
    B 50 (1.97) 2
    C 16 (0.63) 2
    Fig 49: Identifying Control Valve Assembly Bolts Identifying Location
    G04906232Courtesy of NISSAN MOTOR CO., U.S.A.
  50. Install new suction cover and suction cover gasket in control valve assembly.
    CAUTION: Do not reuse suction cover gasket.
    Fig 50: Identifying Suction Cover
    G04906255Courtesy of NISSAN MOTOR CO., U.S.A.
  51. Tighten suction cover gasket and suction cover bolts to specified torque. Refer to "COMPONENTS ".
    Fig 51: Identifying Suction Cover Bolts
    G04906254Courtesy of NISSAN MOTOR CO., U.S.A.
  52. Install sensor clamp and A/T fluid temperature sensor in control valve assembly.
    Fig 52: Identifying Sensor Clamp And A/T Fluid Temperature Sensor
    G04906253Courtesy of NISSAN MOTOR CO., U.S.A.
  53. Tighten sensor clamp bolt to specified torque. Refer to "COMPONENTS ".
    Fig 53: Identifying Sensor Clamp Bolts
    G04906252Courtesy of NISSAN MOTOR CO., U.S.A.
  54. Connect the solenoid connectors.
    Fig 54: Connecting Solenoid Connectors
    G04906251Courtesy of NISSAN MOTOR CO., U.S.A.
  55. Apply silicone RTV to side cover as shown. Refer to "RECOMMENDED CHEMICAL PRODUCTS AND SEALANTS ".
    CAUTION: Completely remove all moisture, oil and sealant from side cover and transaxle case.
    Fig 55: Applying Liquid Gasket (Three Bond 1281B) Or Equivalent To Side Cover
    G04906483Courtesy of NISSAN MOTOR CO., U.S.A.
  56. Install side cover in transaxle case.
    Fig 56: Identifying Side Cover In Transaxle Case
    G04906249Courtesy of NISSAN MOTOR CO., U.S.A.
  57. Tighten new side cover Torx bolts to specified torque. Refer to "COMPONENTS ".
    CAUTION: Do not reuse seal bolts.
    Fig 57: Identifying Side Cover Bolts
    G04906230Courtesy of NISSAN MOTOR CO., U.S.A.
  58. Install new O-rings in ATF cooler assembly.
    CAUTION:
    • Do not reuse O-rings.
    • Apply ATF to O-rings.
  59. Install ATF cooler assembly, washer and new spring washer.
    CAUTION: Do not reuse spring washer.
  60. Tighten hexagon bolt to specified torque. Refer to "COMPONENTS ".
    Fig 58: Identifying O-Rings In ATF Cooler Assembly
    G04906248Courtesy of NISSAN MOTOR CO., U.S.A.
  61. Install PNP switch to manual valve lever sub assembly.
  62. Temporarily tighten the bolts.
    BOLT SPECIFICATION

    Bolt symbol Length mm (in) Number of bolts
    A 20 (0.79) 1
    B 33 (1.30) 1
    Fig 59: Identifying PNP Switch
    G04906247Courtesy of NISSAN MOTOR CO., U.S.A.
  63. Install new washer plate and new lock washer.
    CAUTION: Do not reuse washer plate and lock washer.
  64. Tighten nut to specified torque. Refer to "COMPONENTS ".
    Fig 60: Identifying Washer Plate And Lock Washer
    G04906246Courtesy of NISSAN MOTOR CO., U.S.A.
  65. Install Tool.

    Tool number : KV991J0060 (J-45404) 

  66. Adjust PNP switch so that Tool pointer aligns with neutral base line on PNP switch body.
    Fig 61: Adjusting Park/Neutral Position (PNP) Switch
    G04906222Courtesy of NISSAN MOTOR CO., U.S.A.
  67. Tighten PNP switch Torx bolts to specified torque. Refer to "COMPONENTS ".
    Fig 62: Identifying PNP Switch Bolts
    G04906490Courtesy of NISSAN MOTOR CO., U.S.A.
  68. Bend the lock washer using suitable tool.
    Fig 63: Bending Lock Washer
    G04906245Courtesy of NISSAN MOTOR CO., U.S.A.
  69. Install range lever in manual valve lever sub assembly.
  70. Tighten range lever nut to specified torque. Refer to "COMPONENTS ".
    Fig 64: Identifying Range Lever In Manual Valve Lever Sub Assembly
    G04906244Courtesy of NISSAN MOTOR CO., U.S.A.
  71. Install turbine revolution sensor in transaxle case.
  72. Tighten new turbine revolution sensor bolt to specified torque. Refer to "COMPONENTS ".
    CAUTION:
    • Do not reuse seal bolt.
    • Apply ATF to O-ring.
      Fig 65: Identifying Turbine Revolution Sensor
      G04906242Courtesy of NISSAN MOTOR CO., U.S.A.
  73. Install revolution sensor in transaxle case.
  74. Tighten new revolution sensor bolt to specified torque. Refer to "COMPONENTS ".
    CAUTION:
    • Do not reuse seal bolt.
    • Apply ATF to O-ring.
      Fig 66: Identifying Revolution Sensor Bolt
      G04906243Courtesy of NISSAN MOTOR CO., U.S.A.
  75. Install new O-ring in A/T fluid charging pipe.
    CAUTION:
    • Do not reuse O-ring.
    • Apply petroleum jelly to O-ring.
  76. Install A/T fluid charging pipe in transaxle housing.
  77. Install fluid cooler tube with new copper washers.
    CAUTION: Do not reuse copper washer.
  78. Tighten fluid cooler tube union to specified torque. Refer to "COMPONENTS ".
    Fig 67: Identifying A/T Fluid Charging Pipe
    G04906241Courtesy of NISSAN MOTOR CO., U.S.A.
  79. Install air breather hose.
  80. Install A/T fluid level gauge.
  81. Install drain plug and new gasket in transaxle housing.
    CAUTION: Do not reuse gasket.
  82. Tighten drain plug to specified torque. Refer to "COMPONENTS ".
  83. Install torque converter.
    Fig 68: Identifying Torque Converter
    G04906240Courtesy of NISSAN MOTOR CO., U.S.A.
  84. Check the distance of "C".

    "C" : 14.0 mm (0.551 in) 

    CAUTION: If the distance is out of standards, adjust within standards again.
    Fig 69: Identifying Dimension (C) Of Torque Converter
    G04906497Courtesy of NISSAN MOTOR CO., U.S.A.